Stephen Cunetto, Dean of MSU Libraries Frances Coleman , Tiffany Patterson, and Pro & Dir. of African American Studies Dr. Stephen Middleton pose for a photograph during the Created Equal Speaker Series (The Abolitionists)

Letter, William Sykes, Middleton, Mississippi, James Sykes, regarding the difficulties they are facing in the area, including limited resources, lack of news, and sickness among the family and slaves. He asks his brother to inquire about...

In 1908 Edison increased the playing time of the cylinders. From 1888-1902 the speed of the records varied so the record could fit the song, anywhere from 90-144rpm. After 1902 the speed was standardized at 160rpm. In 1908 Edison cylinders...